Small Business

1. The silent bias costing small businesses talent and growth

   Age bias shows up in hiring decisions, promotion pathways, training access, and even everyday interactions - and, because it’s rarely called out, it continues to shape careers silently.

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2. Sydney start-up Jiffi taking on the tech giants to help small businesses

   Jiffi's methodology isn’t to just fix systems or processes, but to rebuild how businesses think, operate and communicate.

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3. ‘Green shoots’: Fresh data shows SME performance is strongest since 2023

   Rising output, stronger productivity and renewed confidence hint at small business turnaround.

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4. Surprise surge in retail spending fuels optimism for business

   The CEO of the Australian Retailers Association hailed the figures, but warned there are still challenges ahead.

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5. What’s working from home doing to your mental health? We have the answers

   For women with poor mental health, working from home can represent a major boost to wellbeing.

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